As birthrates tumble, some progressives say the left needs to offer ideas and solutions The US and other countries face aging, shrinking populations. Conservatives have shaped debate over the issue. Some liberals say it's time for progressives to weigh in.

What kinds of policies actually make it easier to raise children? @lesja.bsky.social, assistant director of the CU Population Center at IBS, weighs in on a recent #NPR #AllThingsConsidered segment.

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